A Study on the Conceptual Framework for Policy Formulation in the Administration of Vocational Colleges for the Development of Specialized Small Vocational Colleges
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This research aims to study vocational education management approaches and synthesize the key components of vocational college administration to align with labor market demands, community needs, and national development goals. The findings emphasize that vocational education encompasses the production and development of skilled personnel at basic, technical, and technological levels through long-term education and short-term training programs. Its primary objective is to enhance skills, knowledge, and competencies that meet the needs of industries and support self-employment.
Vocational education management must align with the National Economic and Social Development Plan, the National Education Plan, the National Qualifications Framework, national education standards, and occupational standards. Curriculum development and management are vital tools for achieving these goals. Vocational institutions should focus on developing curricula that promote practical learning, encourage industry participation, and ensure quality assurance to build confidence in vocational graduates.
The synthesis from 13 academic experts identifies four critical components of vocational college administration: (1) resource management to maximize efficiency, (2) planning and collaboration management, especially with industries, (3) student development to cultivate relevant skills and desirable qualities, and (4) academic and instructional management, emphasizing curriculum alignment with national standards.
This study suggests that vocational institutions adopt these components to enhance management effectiveness, ensuring vocational education responds to societal and economic changes in a sustainable and efficient manner.
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306 หมู่ 5 ถนนมิตรภาพ หนองคาย-อุดรธานี ตำบลโพธิ์ชัย อำเภอเมืองหนองคาย จังหวัดหนองคาย 43000
โทร 0-4241-1445,0-4241-1447
ISSN : 3027-6861 (print) ISSN : 3027-687X (online)
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